Brain Injury in Babies Born Prematurely: Understanding the Role of Genes— Silvia Pregnolato

Year
2018
Organisation
Bristol University
Tags
premature birth
neonatal brain injury
genetics
genome variants
neurodevelopment
oxygen shortage
infection response
perinatal care
early intervention
paediatrics
developmental neuroscience
personalised medicine
Summary

This research investigates genetic variants that influence how premature babies respond to infections and oxygen shortages—two major causes of brain injury. By analysing the DNA of over 200 premature infants, the study identifies variants linked to later movement and learning difficulties, aiming to enable earlier prediction, prevention, and personalised care.